Quilotoa Full Day Tour - All included with Quito pick up & drop off
Description
This is a full day tour from Quito to visit the Quilotoa Lagoon, an incredible turquoise-colored lake located inside the caldera of an active volcano. On the way to Quilotoa, you will also stop to enjoy breakfast. A great way to escape from the city and return to Quito the same day!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Direct pick-up from your hostel or hotel in Quito to begin the trip to Quilotoa (the exact time will depend on which neighborhood you are located in).
Transportation: 4 hours back to Quito Hike down to the shore of the Quilotoa Lagoon, on a guided trek, an opportunity to see the breathtaking crater lake up close. Lunch at a local restaurant, and after that, you will have free time to explore the Quilotoa community.
Visit a crafts workshop in the Community of Tigua. Tigua paintings are symbolic art, a reflection of the culture of Ecuadorian indigenous communities.
On your way back to Quito, you will be able to observe from the car the canyon of the Toachi River, due to the eruptions it offers an unusual Andean landscape. You will be arriving back in Quito around 8:00 pm. We will drop you off at your hotel/hostel in Quito, as long as it's within our pick up/drop off areas.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from hotels/hostels in Quito.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(78)
Irene and Carlos were so great! We did the Quilotoa full day tour. The hike was a bit tough on the way up but we enjoyed it very much. Would recommend!
Hi Michael, Thank you so much for your lovely review of the Quilotoa full day tour. We're delighted to hear that Irene and Carlos took great care of you and that you enjoyed the hike despite the challenge on the way up. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We hope to welcome you on another amazing adventure soon.
Excellent equipment and work attended me a cosmetologist called nevis and good work I loved going to Monica cruz spa I felt the difference in a single session my legs felt the rest
!Hola Mónica! ¡Muchas gracias por tus amables palabras! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste tu experiencia y que sentiste la diferencia desde la primera sesión. Le haremos llegar tu reconocimiento a Nevis y a todo el equipo. ¡Tu recomendación significa mucho para nosotros!
Beautiful scenery on the bus and at your destination! Super nice guide and skilful driver. The food for lunch and dinner was good. Bring good shoes, cash, and warm clothes because it can be cold.
Hi Kevin, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re truly happy to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery, delicious meals, and the care provided by our guide and driver. It means a lot to know that you felt well looked after during your journey. We’re so glad you loved your time with Ecuador Hop, and we hope the memories stay with you for a long time to come!
Undoubtedly a must in Quito! Ines is a very warm person and very ambience! If you are looking to have a beautiful view of the crater do not go down, instead border the lagoon, I did the running tour and certainly the best experience and views I have had 100000 recommended!
Hola Estuardo! Gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Qué bueno saber que disfrutaste tanto del tour y que Ines aportó con su calidez al ambiente. Bordear la laguna definitivamente suena como una excelente alternativa para aprovechar al máximo esas vistas increíbles. Gracias por la recomendación tan entusiasta!
The information said pickup was at 7:00 a.m., and return by 8:00 p.m. We were outside waiting at 6:55 and didn’t get picked up until after 8:00 a.m. I only noticed the next day someone had tried to call sing What’s Ap, but I didn’t know. The tour description said up to 44 people, we thought we would be going on a bus, we were picked up in a suv and the guide had one other couple to pick up. One, sat in the front next to driver, and the other sat in the back seat with us. That made my husband sit on a hump in the middle for almost two hours. Very uncomfortable. When we stopped for a much needed bathroom break, husband and I switched so that he could b more comfortable. Once there we had 1/2 hour to hike down and back up. We declined and instead bought a small sandwich to share. The overlook and views were beautiful. It was what you pay for, cheap, so would spend more for quality next time. The trip back was a little better, the other couple went to another tour halfway back, so hubby got back seat and I took front seat. So more comfortable. We were returned to hotel at 2:30. That was good. I couldn’t see doing this tour any longer. One more thing , driver knew very little English, enough to answer questions. Luckily the other couple spoke Spanish and English and shared with us what was said.
It was a very nice tour and Quilotoa was definitely worth it, yet you are on the bus for a large part. The group consisted of six guests, just drivee and two guides, which was super pleasant
Hi there, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the Quilotoa tour and found the destination worth the visit. We understand that the bus ride can be long, but we’re happy to know that the smaller group size of six guests, the driver, and two guides made the journey more pleasant and enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon, with even more unforgettable moments. Best regards,
The company had to combine efforts with another tour company due to low demand, however they kept me informed of changes and updated constantly. I believe I ended up with “Quito bus Tour” as the final provider. This place is stunning. Good itinerary as we got to see it before it got all foggy. Be prepared as the hike back up is an absolute killer! (I’m not joking it’s second to Fitz Roy haha!)
Hi there, Thank you for your detailed review! We truly appreciate your understanding as we worked to combine efforts with another tour company to ensure you still had a great experience. We’re glad that you were kept informed along the way! It’s fantastic to hear that you loved the stunning views and enjoyed the itinerary. We completely agree that getting there early is key to enjoying the sights before the fog rolls in! As for the hike back up—haha, we’ll take your word for it! We’re so glad you pushed through, and we hope it was worth it in the end! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope to have the chance to show you more amazing destinations in the future. Best regards,
The experience was great. Shout out to Jessica our guide for having such an amazing energy and vibe... I can sincerely recommend this tour
Hi there, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear you had a great time on the tour, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Jessica. Her energy and vibe truly make a difference, and we’re thrilled that she contributed to your memorable experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another adventure soon! Best regards,
We had such a beautiful experience going to Quilotoa yesterday. The place was gorgeous especially the lagoon. Another memorable experience that we will treasure. Irene, our tour guide made everything possible and enjoyable. The bus ride to and from would have been boring if not for Irene's energy and knowledge about everything that we needed to learn from this trip. She's such a joy to have and we're very lucky to have her for our guide.
Misael led a wonderful tour to Quilotoa. He was prompt and communicative on the day of the tour. On the way to Quilotoa, we toured an indigenous farm, saw Toachi Canyon, and browsed the local artisan shops in Tigua. In Quilotoa, I hiked down into the crater to the water, and when the return trip up the mountain took me longer than expected, Misael hiked down to me to make sure I was alright. Overall, the trip exceeded my expectations.
